Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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